Podcast
Better Together
Hosted by NAFWB · EN
The Better Together Podcast produced by the National Association of Free Will Baptists features short, practical, and informative interviews with people from the "trenches" of ministry.
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The Generational Impact of Church Camp – Dr. Cheryl Jeffers
4d ago00:06:20Tap to summarizeDr. Cheryl Jeffers, director of West Virginia Free Will Baptist church camp, discusses the legacy that church camp has throughout history, specifically among Free Will Baptists. She also introduces a research study that will be used to measure the impact Free Will Baptist events have on our young people. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Camp #ChurchCamp #Youth #Children
Transcribe →Impact Columbus
1w ago00:11:36Tap to summarizeKen Akers of North American Ministries and Bill Hayes of Hillview FWB Church preview the opportunities to serve in Impact Columbus. Impact is the service project held Saturday, July 18, before the National Convention. Projects will be held at three churches in the Columbus area. Register by Monday, June 22: https://fwbmastersmen.org/impact/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Service #Outreach
Transcribe →Introducing Frontier Student Missions - Josh Bennett & Kylah Walker
2w ago00:14:43Tap to summarize“We want to empower [students] to be a part of planting churches, pastoring churches, serving in the local church, and all of those things.” Josh Bennett and Kylah Walker of Free Will Baptist North American Ministries join the podcast to introduce Frontier Student Missions, a new program to give high school students the opportunity to experience church planting and ministry opportunities across North America. Find more or apply at https://frontierstudents.com. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #ChurchPlanting #Ministry #Missions #Students
Transcribe →The Life and Times of Kenneth Eagleton - Kenneth Eagleton
3w ago00:14:41Tap to summarizeHe was “born” into missions. Kenneth Eagleton, director of global partnerships for IM Inc., is the speaker for the Wednesday night service at the 2026 National Convention. He shares the history of his life in missions work and previews his sermon from Matthew 28. The Wednesday night service will highlight FWB missions work around the world as we recognize church planters and international missionaries. Find all convention information at https://nafwb.org/convention/. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Missions #Focus #V3Con2026
Transcribe →Getting Ready for Columbus - Ryan Lewis
4w ago00:14:29Tap to summarize“There are so many things to be involved in and to leave equipped and encouraged, but there’s also the factor of our Free Will Baptist family getting together like we do." Convention Manager Ryan Lewis previews the 2026 National Convention, where there will be something for all ages. The Convention is returning to Columbus for the first time since 1983, and Ryan talks about the options, convenience, and affordability attendees will find in the city. Find all convention information at http://nafwb.org/convention. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #ExperienceColumbus #Focus #V3Con2026
Transcribe →Join the Convention Worship Team
May 1800:15:25Tap to summarizeWhen thousands of Free Will Baptists descend on Columbus in July, evening services offer a special opportunity to worship together with like-minded believers. Kevin Justice, Sam Harris, and Joshua Riggs from the convention worship planning team preview the music for the week and offer opportunities for you to be involved in the choir, orchestra, or praise team. Find the information at https://www.fwbworship.com under the “NAFWB” tab. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Focus #V3Con2026 #Music #Worship
Transcribe →The Value and Role of Deacons – Danny Williams
May 1100:18:36Tap to summarize“It’s very important that we bring deacons along and give them a biblical basis and understanding in how they can operate and function like the New Testament wants us to.” Danny Williams talks about the work he’s doing with churches helping train deacons and understand their vital role in the local church. Danny serves as executive director of Alabama Free Will Baptists. NAFWB will be hosting webinars this fall to help churches with deacon roles and training (https://nafwb.org/grow). #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Deacons #Church #ChurchLeadership
Transcribe →How to Support Mothers - Kristi Johnson
May 400:12:35Tap to summarizeWith Mother’s Day coming this weekend, Kristi Johnson shares practical, tangible ways churches and congregations can support and help mothers. She also provides ways mothers can continue to disciple their children through everyday activities. Kristi serves as Executive Director of WNAC. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Mother #Mothers #MothersDay #Discipleship
Transcribe →Getting Your Church’s Governing Documents in Order – Dr. W. Jackson Watts
Apr 2700:28:46Tap to summarize“I see how much people have helped me, so if I can be of any help to someone else, we want to be helpful to them.” Dr. W. Jackson Watts shares how his experiences in ministry have shaped the pastor he is today, and the ways those experiences have equipped him to help churches with their constitution, bylaws, and other documents. Dr. Watts is assistant moderator of the NAFWB, pastor of Grace FWB Church in Arnold, MO, and part of the Rekindle Coaching Program (nafwb.org/rekindle). #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Church #ChurchConstitution #Bylaws
Transcribe →Planning for Future Ministry - John Brummitt
Apr 2000:17:23Tap to summarizeRichland Ave Financial President & CEO John Brummitt joins the podcast to discuss the benefit of a retirement account in their program, available for anyone employed by a Free Will Baptist ministry. They have expanded their ministry to include institutional investing and financial education. Find more about their services at https://richlandavefinancial.com. #NAFWB #BetterTogether #Retirement #Investing #Future
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